Job well done. The circumstances he inherited were horrendous and, while he has ultimately failed in the unlikely task of securing the club’s Premier League status, the FA Cup run has brought pride back to Portsmouth.

Best player: Jamie O’Hara

A driving force in midfield whose attitude has encapsulated an admirable spirit at Fratton Park both on the pitch and in the terraces. O’Hara will also have hugely benefitted from the experience and will be pushing for a place in the Tottenham team next season.

Worst player: Tommy Smith

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A transfer fee last summer that was reportedly in excess of £1.5 million was simply irresponsible at a time when Portsmouth’s financial difficulties were already obvious. Smith has also offered little value for money, scoring once all season and looking like a player who is out of his depth in the Premier League.

Saving the club and moving forward into a new era of financial responsibility and transparency is clearly the most important single challenge. The future of Avram Grant must still be resolved, while huge changes can also be expected amongst the playing and coaching staff.